Delivery Executive

Overview

Adastra is seeking a Delivery Executive to lead complex client engagements across data analytics AI and technology transformation initiatives. This role is responsible for overseeing the full engagement lifecycle from proposal development and resource planning through project delivery governance client relationship management and account growth.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with strong consulting and delivery experience capable of building trusted executive relationships driving successful project outcomes and helping clients realize measurable business value from their technology investments. This individual will serve as a bridge between business objectives and technology solutions while providing guidance to both clients and internal delivery teams.

Primary Location: Toronto ON

Work Model: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full-Time or Contractor

Vacancy Status: New

RESPONSIBILITIES

Pre-Sales

• Support clients in aligning data analytics and AI initiatives with strategic business objectives
• Develop executive-level proposals Statements of Work (SOWs) and supporting engagement documentation
• Manage the approval process for proposals and new engagements

Resourcing

• Partner with Resource Fulfillment and delivery leaders to build and scale project teams
• Participate in candidate selection interviews and staffing decisions

Project Initiation

• Partner with Account Managers to understand client objectives engagement scope and delivery expectations
• Lead project kickoff activities and establish effective governance and communication frameworks
• Identify organizational risks stakeholder dynamics and adoption challenges early in the engagement lifecycle
• Ensure project information financials and operational records are accurately established and maintained

Project Execution

• Build trusted relationships with client executives and key stakeholders
• Provide strategic oversight across multiple projects and delivery teams
• Bridge business objectives and technology solutions to maximize business value
• Ensure delivery commitments align with project scope timelines budgets and client expectations
• Identify manage and escalate risks issues and change requests as required
• Partner with Account Managers to support client satisfaction account growth and opportunity identification
• Participate in executive governance forums and strategic steering discussions
• Monitor project financial performance including revenue profitability forecasting utilization and invoicing
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on data analytics AI and technology transformation initiatives

Project Closing

• Lead engagement close-out activities including lessons learned sessions and project retrospectives
• Partner with internal teams to document success stories and key outcomes

Ongoing Account Leadership

• Provide leadership across multiple client engagements and accounts
• Conduct regular touchpoints with clients and consultants to support delivery excellence and identify opportunities
• Engage Adastra SMEs and Practice Leaders to address client challenges and support strategic initiatives
• Mentor and develop junior team members fostering growth and delivery best practices
• Drive problem resolution stakeholder alignment and continuous improvement across engagements

QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree or higher in Business Technology Engineering Data & Analytics or a related field
• 10 years of professional experience within technology consulting solution delivery or client services environments
• 5 years of experience overseeing complex data analytics AI or technology delivery programs
• 3 years of experience leading teams delivery portfolios or customer engagements
• Proven experience developing executive-level proposals Statements of Work (SOWs) and business cases
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project delivery methodologies
• Experience managing executive stakeholder relationships including VP-level and C-suite leaders
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams across business delivery and technical functions
• Strong understanding of Data Analytics AI and modern technology solution delivery
• Experience managing project financials forecasting profitability revenue tracking and commercial performance
• Strong business acumen with expertise in at least one industry vertical
• Exceptional communication executive presentation facilitation and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to identify risks resolve complex challenges and influence strategic decision-making
• Experience working within consulting managed services or professional services organizations

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience supporting large-scale digital transformation initiatives
• Experience managing multi-project portfolios across multiple clients or business units
• Knowledge of cloud data platform and AI implementation programs
• Experience with CRM resource management and project financial management tools
• Industry expertise in Financial Services Retail Healthcare Manufacturing Telecommunications or Public Sector
• Experience contributing to practice development delivery standards or organizational growth initiatives

ABOUT ADASTRA

Adastra is a global leader in AI and data-driven transformation helping organizations lead with artificial intelligenceresponsibly strategically and at scale. With over 25 years of experience Adastra empowers enterprise clients to unlock business value through data innovation operational excellence and smart customer engagement.

Trusted by some of the worlds most prominent brands Adastra delivers end-to-end solutions grounded in thoughtful strategy robust governance and deep technical expertise. From defining vision to ensuring execution Adastra guides organizations through every stage of their AI data and cloud journeybuilding future-ready capabilities and delivering measurable lasting impact.

Adastra serves clients across key industries including financial services automotive manufacturing technology media and telecom (TMT) healthcare retail and professional services. The company employs more than 2000 professionals across North America Europe and Asia.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity for advancement and career progression
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Successful referral program
• The opportunity to work with one of Canadas 50 Best Managed Companies
• Satisfaction of working for a reputable company
• A flexible dynamic and diverse workplace

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age sex disability race ethnic origin citizenship creed sexual orientation marital status or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code.In addition accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporations implementation and support of employment initiatives encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.

AI Usage - Our hiring process includes the use of AI-enabled tools to screen applications (e.g. keyword matching qualification ranking). A human recruiter reviews all AI-generated shortlists to make informed hiring decisions.

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Experience: years
Vacancy: 1